Spiced Watermelon with Whipped Feta, Lime & Hot Honey
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This Spiced Watermelon with Whipped Feta, Lime & Hot Honey is a bold, refreshing summer dish that brings sweet, salty, creamy, and spicy flavors into perfect balance. Juicy watermelon is paired with a tangy whipped feta-ricotta blend, topped with a fragrant spice mix, and finished with a drizzle of hot honey and fresh mint. This easy yet elevated recipe works beautifully as a warm-weather appetizer, light lunch, or a standout side dish for dinner parties and cookouts.
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ingredients
Watermelon
- 1 mini seedless watermelon, cut into slices or wedges
- 1/2 cup smooth feta cheese
- 1/2 cup smooth ricotta
- Juice and zest of ½ lime
- 1 tablespoon hot honey
- Fresh mint leaves, for garnish
- Extra lime wedges, for serving
ingredients
Spice Mix
- 1 heaping teaspoon fennel seeds, toasted
- 1 teaspoon sumac
- 2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
- Sea salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Method
Step 1
Make the whipped feta: In a small bowl, whisk together the feta, ricotta, and the juice and zest of ½ lime until smooth and creamy.
Step 2
Prepare the spice mix: Using a mortar and pestle, crush the toasted fennel seeds. Stir in the sumac, sesame seeds, sea salt, and black pepper.
Step 3
Assemble the dish: Arrange the watermelon on a serving platter. Dollop or smear with whipped feta. Sprinkle lightly with the spice mix.
Step 4
Finish and serve: Drizzle generously with hot honey and garnish with mint leaves and extra lime wedges. Serve immediately.